This 90 minute webcast will cover a range of topical issues in the world of employment, safety and workers’ compensation and will feature a detailed discussion on how to effectively manage drug and alcohol issues in the workplace, with particular emphasis on: developing and implementing an appropriate policy to suit your work environment; workplace health and safety implications; the complexities of alternative testing methods; and relevant Fair Work Commission decisions.

Other topics include:

Workplace relations, safety and workers' compensation policy - a look at what's making the news

New bullying jurisdiction - a report on the progress of the new bullying jurisdiction, as well as a review of other recent Fair Work Act amendments

Workplace Gender Equality reporting - more complex reporting requirements are in force for year ending 31 March 2014; a review of what these changes are and how best businesses can prepare

Wage underpayments - a review of the Fair Work Ombudsman activity in pursuing wage underpayment claims and the measures which should be taken to protect against claims

Senior Management engagement with health and safety - the importance of informal communications

Exploring workplace psychological health and safety - an introductory look at current prevention strategies employers can use to address the rising personal and business costs of psychological illness and injury

Workers’ compensation premiums - key things to consider as the financial year draws to a close

The Australian economy is changing gear in 2014 - productivity and international competitiveness remain key issues for the national economy as it rebalances as the mining investment boom winds down. Businesses will need to remain focussed on improving and maximising competitive advantage to keep ahead and succeed.

In this 30 minute webcast we will take a look at:

What CEOs are expecting in 2014 - Key findings from Ai Group’s National CEO Survey outlining the expectations of CEOs for the coming year and the strategies they will be implementing to remain competitive and to grow

Consultation and communication - practical tips on how to meet the new obligations to consult, and how effective workplace communication can assist with the introduction of change and the prevention of claims

Adverse action - a review of recent case developments on when an employee is exercising a 'workplace right'

Labour hire - how, when and why you need to consult, co-ordinate and cooperate

Managing safety - monitoring and review processes - do you have everything covered?

Investigating serious safety incidents - what should be addressed following an incident

New sentencing regime under the harmonised WHS Act - a review of some early decisions under the new law

Summer Smarts - summer season issues including annual close downs and end-of-year functions

July 2013
Your Business Employment Issues and Your Business and Safety

This 90 minute webcast will cover a range of current topics, from the changes to the Fair Work and Workplace Gender Equality Acts, including the workplace relations and safety impacts of the expanded flexible working provisions, to developments in employment, safety and workers’ compensation laws.

March 2013Session 1: Your Business Employment Issues and Your Business and Safety

This 90 minute webcast covers a range of current topics on workplace relations and business employment issues and now includes the Safety and OHS briefing as well.

David Miller, Ai Group's National Manager - Workplace Legal Services, is back to present the November BIZassistBriefings and is joined by Meg Crawford, Ai Group Manager - Workplace Relations Victoria and Tracey Browne, Ai Group Manager - National OHS Policy and Membership Services to discuss the latest policy, case law, legislative and enterprise bargaining developments, as well as contemporary topics affecting business and the workplace.Watch this video now. Members Only Content.

March 2013Session 2: Your Business SustainabilityYour Business Conditions, Improvement and Growth

Join Ai Group presenters for updates on environmental policy and legislative developments, plus updates on what the regulators are focussed on.

Our presenters also provide an update on current business conditions, as well as practical advice and information on the opportunities for members to grow and improve their business and industry.

November 2012Session 1: Your Business Employment Issues and Your Business and Safety

This 80 minute webcast covers a range of current topics on workplace relations and business employment issues and now includes the Safety and OHS briefing as well.

David Miller, Ai Group's National Manager - Workplace Legal Services, is back to present the November BIZassistBriefings and is joined by Meg Crawford, Ai Group Manager - Workplace Relations Victoria, to deliver up-to-date workplace relations policy news, important information on staff management issues in the summer season, details on recent unfair dismissal decisions and provides tips and advice on how to deal with ill and injured workers.

Tracey Browne, Ai Group Manager - National OHS Policy and Membership Services, joins David Miller and Meg Crawford to discuss Safety and Workers' Compensation policy news, update you on recent fatigue press coverage and outlines some key processes for managing OHS/WHS.Watch this video now. Members Only Content.

In a special Workforce Development series, join Alison Vickers, Dean Arundle, Alan Maguire, Lois Hunt, Michael Taylor and Claire Summerer for an informative 3 part seminar that provides information on skilling & training your workforce, development for new employees & apprentices and how to improve skills for your existing employees.Watch these videos now. Members Only Content.

This 1 hour webcast will cover a range of current topics on workplace relations and business employment issues.
David Miller, Ai Group's National Manager - Workplace Legal Services is back to present the latest on wage movements, implications of superannuation changes and accrual of employee entitlements on workers' compensation. Hear tips and alternatives to managing redundancy, learn about the business impact from the New Road Safety and Remuneration Act and find out about workplace surveillance restrictions in this webcast.Watch this video now. Members Only Content.

Stay up-to-date with the latest information on Workplace Health and Safety, Technology, Environment, The Labour Market and Australian Standards and in these and informative videos. Join Tracey Browne, Tennant Reed, Jason Walker, Emma Pryce-Baxter, Meg Crawford, Julie Toth, Peter Burn, David Crossley and James Thomson for the second half of the BIZassistBriefing webcast series.Watch these videos now. Free to watch.

March 2012Session 1: Your Business Employment Issues

In this 1 hour webcast, David Miller takes you through the current Workplace Relations environment and answers your questions on Enterprise Bargaining, Unfair Dismissal, Discrimination and Harassment and more. Includes answers to the questions you asked David during the live broadcast.Watch this video now. Members Only Content.

Join Bill Petreski, Louise McGrath, Vivienne Filling and Tracey Browne for the second half of the BIZassistBriefing webcast series. Stay up-to-date with the latest information on Technology, Trade, Environment and Workplace Health and Safety in these short but informative videos.Select your state for tailored information: NSW | VIC | QLD | SA | TASFree to watch.

BIZassistBriefings November 2011 - Meg Crawford, Tennant Reed, Tracey Browne and Keith Goddard deliver the November 2011 BIZassistBriefing video seminar, updating you on the latest information from the Workplace Relations, WHS, and Environment areas as well as information about building and improving your supply chains.